JP2000156728A - Annunciator - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an annuciator that is provided with a mounting unit for mounting the annunciator to an external part or with a mount unit with which the user can enjoy visually the annunciator through an arbitrary change in the outward shape of the annunciator. SOLUTION: This annunciator is provided with at least one part whose outward shape can be modified, a drive source for driving the part whose outward shape can be changed and a control section that controls the drive source and also with a mount unit 201 that is externally mounted removably and that has a lock section locked to the annunciator main body and an external mount 203 mounted on a external part. Or the annunciator may be provided with a mounting unit for changing the outward appearance of the annunciator and also to be externally mounted removably.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to the arrival of a predetermined signal (sound signal or electric signal) of a person, such as an alarm in an emergency such as a fire or the like, a siren of an emergency car, an external signal due to an incoming call of a mobile phone, or the like. In particular, the present invention relates to a notification device having a mounting unit that can arbitrarily change the appearance of the notification device itself.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Heretofore, there has been known an incoming call notifying device for notifying an incoming call of a telephone by using notifying means other than sound. Also,
In recent years, even in mobile phones that have been remarkably widespread, an incoming call notifying device using notifying means other than a sound has been proposed in view of the incoming call sound that is transmitted regardless of location.

For example, the invention described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 03-13151 proposes an incoming call notification device in the form of an animal toy. This device incoming notification is linked to the telephone by wire and used when installed near the telephone, or when configured to transmit signals wirelessly and used when installed away from the telephone. Has been disclosed. Then, when the telephone arrives, the built-in motor is activated, and the movable parts such as the head and the left and right arms are operated by the internal mechanism to realize the signal reception, so that the user can visually recognize the signal reception. You can check.

[0004] The invention described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 02-186863 proposes an incoming call notification device to be attached to a portable telephone and used. When a mobile phone receives a call, the incoming call notification device combines the sound, vibration, and light to notify the incoming call. Further, as this type, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open
There is also an invention described in JP-A-7-123458. When an incoming call arrives at a mobile phone, the incoming call notification device notifies the user of the incoming call using vibration or low-frequency stimulation and changes the pattern of the vibration or low-frequency stimulation according to the contents of the incoming call.

[0005] These incoming call notifying devices, especially incoming call notifying devices typified by mobile phones, have been miniaturized in consideration of the convenience of carrying, and at present, are used in breast pockets of shirts worn by users and the like. It is formed in a shape that can fit.

Further, as disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 08-284484, a part of the outer shape of the notification device is intermittently brought into contact with the user's body by a mounting member such as a pin or a band. By that, it was notified of the incoming call. Due to the deformation of the outer shape, in the case of a notification device that informs incoming calls, it can be used in a noisy environment, in an environment where sound cannot be emitted, or as a means of notification to the hearing impaired, and the effectiveness of the notification device is expanded It had been.

[0007]

However, as described above, even if the size is as small as a breast pocket of a shirt or the like, if the user does not have a mounting means for mounting on clothes, the user or the like will not be able to use it. The operation causes inconvenience such as dropping from a pocket.

Further, even when the external deformation structure of the notification device is restrained by the user's body or clothing, even when the notification device is attached to clothing or the like by a mounting member such as a pin or a band, the movable device is movable. There is a problem that the number of additional parts increases, the energy consumption of the movable part increases, and the consumption of the battery or the like as an energy source is expedited.

When the notification device contacts the body more strongly, the movable portion is locked, and an overcurrent flows through the movable portion, which may burn the movable portion and the drive circuit.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, if the contact distance with the body or the like is increased, the external deformation of the notification device does not contact the human body, and the reliability of the incoming call confirmation is surely reduced.

[0011] Further, when the incoming call is notified by the outer shape deformation as in the above-mentioned notification device, depending on the outer shape deformation state,
There has been a problem that a sense of incongruity occurs when mounted externally.

In view of the above problems, the present invention provides a mounting device which is mounted on a main body of a notifying device for notifying the arrival of a signal by deforming the outer shape of the notifying device, so that the notifying device can be easily mounted on an external individual. It is an object of the present invention to provide a notifying device provided with a mounting unit that can be visually enjoyed by arbitrarily changing the external shape of the notifying unit or the notifying device.

[0013]

According to the first aspect of the present invention, at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion, an external signal or An alarm control unit that controls the actuator based on an internal signal.The alarm unit further includes a detachable externally-installed mounting unit. The notification device has a locking portion to be locked and an external mounting portion mounted to an external individual.

According to the notification device of the present invention, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape is deformed. For example, when the device is mounted on clothes of the user, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape changes the body of the user. Intermittent contact, the user is notified of the incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external shape of the device changes, so that the user can visually confirm it visually even in direct sunlight. You can also.

Further, the notification device of the present invention includes a detachable mounting unit that is detachably attached, and the notification unit is easily mounted on an external individual by the mounting unit.

For this reason, for example, even when the notification device is attached to a breast pocket of clothes or the like and the user is in a forwardly inclined posture, the notification device is securely stored in an arbitrary portion without dropping the notification device. It is possible.

Further, since the mounting unit can be mounted on the outside of clothes or the like, the external deformation structure of the notification device is not restricted, and an excessive load is not applied to the movable portion, and an increase in energy consumption is prevented. In addition, it is possible to prevent an overcurrent that may be caused by the restriction of the outer shape deformation operation, and to prevent the actuator and the drive circuit from burning.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
A notification unit comprising: an actuator control unit that controls the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal; and a notification unit further including a detachably attached mounting unit that deforms the appearance of the notification unit. It is.

According to the notification device of the present invention, the portion whose outer shape can be deformed is deformed by the actuator control section based on the external signal or the internal signal, and the vicinity of the user's body, for example,
When worn on clothes or the like, the deformable portion comes into contact with the user's body intermittently, and the user is notified of an incoming call through the touch of the skin. In addition, the change in the external shape of the present apparatus can be surely visually confirmed even under direct sunlight outdoors. In addition, when the device is mounted on a bag or the like, the user can recognize the incoming signal due to the external deformation structure.

Further, the notifying device of the present invention has an external mounting unit detachably attached to the notifying device, so that the external shape of the notifying device can be changed. Depending on the user's preference, the notification device can be provided with different aesthetics, visually enjoy the appearance of the notification device, and can be used as an accessory or a toy.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, there is provided at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
Based on an external signal or an internal signal, based on an external device or an actuator control unit that controls the actuator, is a notification device, further comprising a detachably mounted externally mounted unit, the mounting unit, Different outlines,
One of at least two or more having a pattern or a color is selected, and the mounting unit includes a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an attachment corresponding to the externally deformable portion. Is a notification device having

According to the notification device of the present invention, when the device is mounted on a user's clothes or the like due to deformation of the portion capable of deforming the outer shape, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape changes the body of the user. The user can be notified of an incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external deformation of the device allows the user to visually check even under direct sunlight. .

The present invention has a mounting unit including a main body corresponding to the main body of the notification device and an attachment corresponding to the deformable portion, so that the mounting unit can be arbitrarily mounted by a user. In addition, the notification device itself can be changed to a user's preferred external shape.

The user selects the mounting unit according to his preference,
Since the attachment / detachment is possible, not only the original function of the notification device for transmitting an incoming signal can be used, but also it can be used as an accessory or a toy.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
Based on an external signal or an internal signal, based on an external device or an actuator control unit that controls the actuator, is a notification device, further comprising a detachably mounted externally mounted unit, the mounting unit, Different outlines,
One is selected from at least two or more having a pattern or a color, and the mounting unit includes a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an attachment corresponding to the externally deformable portion. Is a notification device that exists separately.

According to the notification device of the present invention, for example, when the present device is mounted on a user's clothes or the like due to the deformation of the portion whose outer shape can be deformed, the deformable portion is applied to the body of the user. With intermittent contact, the user is notified of the incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external deformation of the device allows the user to surely visually check even under direct sunlight outdoors. In this case, when the user is facing a person such as having a conversation, the person can also know the incoming call.

According to the present invention, since there is provided a mounting unit in which a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an auxiliary part corresponding to the portion whose outer shape is deformable are separately provided, the main body or the auxiliary part is mounted. The mounting unit can be arbitrarily selected and mounted, and the appearance of the notification device itself can be changed.

The notification device of this embodiment can enjoy the enjoyment of selecting and mounting the mounting unit, and can change the appearance of the notification device by arbitrarily mounting the mounting unit. Not only functions, but also fun toys are added.

[0029]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS A notification device according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of a notification device according to the present invention.

In the notification device of this embodiment, the notification control means includes a signal receiving circuit 1, a transmission content code identification means 2, an external deformation pattern determining means 6, an actuator 10, and an external shape changing mechanism 11.

The sound signal receiving circuit 1 is an electronic circuit having a function of receiving an alarm in the event of an emergency such as a fire, a sound signal of an emergency car siren, and a calling signal of a mobile phone, and outputting the contents to a subsequent stage. .

The transmission content code identification means 2 comprises a transmission content code detection circuit 3, a transmission content determination circuit 4, and a transmission content code table 5.

In this example, the transmission content code detection circuit 3 is an electronic circuit having a function of detecting a calling signal and a transmission content code from a signal transmitted by a calling side and outputting the detection signal 20 to a subsequent stage. At this time, if the transmission content code cannot be detected, the transmission content code detection circuit 3 outputs the detection signal 20 indicating that the transmission content code cannot be detected to the subsequent stage.

The transmission content determination circuit 4 is an electronic circuit having a function of comparing the detection signal 20 with the transmission content code table 5, determining the meaning of the transmission content, and outputting a determination signal 21 to a subsequent stage.

The transmission content code table 5 is an electronic circuit composed of a non-volatile memory or the like that stores all the patterns of the detection signal 20 and their meanings in association with each other.

The external deformation pattern determining means 6 comprises a driving pattern determining circuit 7, a deformation pattern table 8 and an actuator driving circuit 9. The drive pattern determination circuit 7 is an electronic circuit having a function of comparing the determination signal 21 with the deformation pattern table 8, determining a drive pattern of the actuator, and outputting a drive signal 22 to a subsequent stage.

The deformation pattern table 8 is an electronic circuit composed of a nonvolatile memory or the like which stores the determination signal 21 and the driving pattern of the actuator in association with each other.

The deformation pattern table 8 is an electronic circuit composed of a nonvolatile memory or the like which stores the determination signal 21 and the drive pattern of the actuator in association with each other. The actuator drive circuit 9 is an electronic circuit having a function of driving an actuator according to the drive signal 22.

The actuator 10 includes: It is a mechanical component that moves according to a command from the actuator drive circuit 9. At this time, the actuator 10 also includes a speed reducer, a power transmission mechanism, and the like.

The power of the actuator 10 is used to move an outer shape changing mechanism 11 described later. As the outer shape changing mechanism 11 moves, the outer shape of the notification device of the present invention changes, and a part of the outer shape intermittently contacts the user's body, so that an incoming call can be notified.

As described above with reference to FIG. 1, when the number of identification patterns in the transmission content code identification means 2 is small, the transmission content code table 5 can be omitted, and Also in the determining means 6, when there are few deformation patterns, the deformation pattern table 8 can be omitted. In addition, the transmission content determination circuit 4, the transmission content code table 5, the drive pattern determination circuit 7, and the modified pattern table 8 can be formed into a microcomputer and integrated into one chip. Further, since the number of the actuators 10 is not necessarily limited to one, a large number of actuators may be arranged.

Next, the structure of the notification device of this embodiment will be described.

FIG. 2 is a vertical sectional front view of the notification device, and FIG.
It is a vertical side view.

Actuator driving device 1 with built-in battery
At 31, the motor 101 is driven when the notification control means detects an emergency alarm such as a fire or a sound signal such as a siren of an emergency car or a bell of a bicycle. Motor 1
The rotation of 01 is transmitted to the pulley 103 by the belt 107 shown in FIG. Cam 10
No. 4 has the same shape on both surfaces with a phase difference of 180 degrees. The lever 105 is normally pressed against a flexible stopper 123 by a coil spring 106 provided as a spring element for pressing the lever against the cam, but the cam 104 rotates and the protrusion of the lever 105 is driven by the cam. Then, the left and right independent rotation shafts 114 rotate. At this time, a spring arm 113, a joint pin 112, and a weight 11
1 rotates similarly. Here, the spring arm 113 is a spring element provided in a force transmission path from the motor.

In this embodiment, when the rotary shaft 114 rotates about 30 degrees, the rotary shaft 114 comes off the cam 104, and the rotary shaft lever 105 returns to the normal position rapidly by the action of the coil spring 106.
Due to the inertial force of the weight 111 and the action of the spring arm 113, the weight 11
The reference numeral 1 once swings further to the left according to the position shown in FIG. 3 and then restores the normal position.

Next, the operation of the notification device configured as described above will be described.

When the calling side transmits a signal, the signal receiving circuit 1 receives the signal and outputs the signal to the transmission content code identification means 2 at the subsequent stage.

The transmission content code detection circuit 3 constituting the transmission content code identification means 2 detects a calling signal and a code indicating the telephone number of the calling side as the transmission content code from the signal transmitted by the calling side, and outputs the detection signal. 20 is output as the telephone number of the calling party. The transmission content code table 5 stores a telephone number database created by the user. This database is composed of, for example, telephone number data and data of friendship (friendship, estrangement, etc.) with the person who owns the telephone number. Then, the transmission content determination circuit 4 compares the detection signal 20 with the transmission content code table 5 to determine the meaning of the transmission content, and outputs the determination signal 21 to the outer shape deformation pattern determination means 6 at a subsequent stage. In this example, the determination signal 21 is bit data indicating “close” or “distant”. If the transmission content code has no data in the transmission content code table 5, the determination signal 21 indicates "incoming".
Is the bit data indicating.

The external deformation pattern determining means 56 is constituted. The deformation pattern table 8 stores a database in which the determination signal 21 and the drive pattern of the actuator are in one-to-one correspondence. For example, the drive signal of the actuator that moves both the left arm and the right arm corresponds to the bit data of the determination signal 21 indicating “close”, and the determination signal 21 indicating “distant”.
Corresponds to the drive pattern of the actuator that moves only the left arm, and the bit data of the determination signal 21 indicating “incoming” corresponds to the drive pattern of the actuator that moves only the right arm. Therefore,
The drive pattern determination circuit 7 illuminates the determination signal 21 with the deformation pattern table 8, determines a drive pattern of the actuator, and outputs the drive signal 22 to the corresponding actuator drive circuit 9.

The actuator 10 starts moving according to the actuator drive circuit 9. Then, the rotation axis of the motor of the actuator 10 is appropriately decelerated and connected to the arm, so that the arm operates and intermittently contacts the body of the user. As described above, if the call is from a "friendly" person, both the left arm and the right arm will move, and if the call is from a "distant" person, only the left arm will move.

Next, a description will be given of a mounting unit which is detachably mounted on the notification device of this embodiment.

FIG. 4A is a front view showing a state where the mounting unit 201 is mounted on the notification device 200.
(2) is a side view of the above (1), and FIG.
It is a rear view of the said (1).

FIG. 4C shows the mounting unit 20.
4 (5) is a side view of the mounting unit 201 itself.
It is a rear view of itself.

As shown in FIGS. 4 (1) to 4 (5), the mounting unit of this example has the same curvature as the main body of the notification device.
A holding unit 202 is formed to hold the notification device main body from side to side from the back of the notification device, and to be locked to the notification device main body 200.
5, an external mounting portion 203 that can be mounted on a breast pocket such as clothes is formed.

The holding unit 202 has elastic deformation, and the holding unit 202 holds the notification device main body from right and left, and the mounting unit 201 is locked to the notification device main body. In addition, the holding portion 202 has a recess 20 so as not to hinder the movement of each of the left and right arms that deform the outer shape of the notification device.
4 are formed.

The external mounting portion 203 is formed in a clip shape, is formed of an elastically deformable material, and is provided between the rear portion 205 of the holding portion 202 and the external mounting portion. An external member having a relatively small thickness, such as a cloth forming a breast pocket, can be sandwiched and fixed.

FIG. 5 shows a state in which the notification unit is fixed to an external member such as a breast pocket using the mounting unit 201.

As shown in FIG. 5, the external mounting portion 203 of the mounting unit is hooked on the end of the pocket 500 of the clothes, and the notification device 200 is fixed to the vicinity of the user's body.

The notifying device of this embodiment is the same as the mounting unit 2
When the weight 111 is fixed to the pocket of the user's clothes or the like, the above-mentioned operation, that is, due to the inertial force of the weight 111 and the action of the spring arm 113, the weight 111 swings once further to the left side at the position shown in FIG. Then, the body is hit by the operation of restoring to the normal position, and the notification is performed.

In the above-described notification operation of this example, the cam 1
The direction in which the lever 105 is pushed by 04 is the opposite direction to the body at the time of wearing, and even if the weight 111 or the spring arm 113 is pressed against the body, the amplitude of the arm at the time of notification only decreases, The current consumption can be suppressed without increasing the load on the motor 101.
In addition, since the spring arm 113 has appropriate elasticity,
In this case, too much load can be absorbed.

Further, since the coil spring 106 is disengaged from the cam 104, a sharp movement of the arm can be obtained, and the effect of hitting the body can be enhanced, and even if the notification device of this example is away from the body, the weight can be reduced. 111 inertial force and spring arm 1
By the action of 13, the arm portion swings largely toward the body side, so that the body is reliably hit and the certainty of the notification can be increased.

In this embodiment, the cam shaft and the motor shaft are parallel to each other. However, by using an end face cam having an end surface in the axial direction or a bevel gear, the motor is placed vertically to form a thin pen type. Is also possible.

The alarm device of this embodiment has a magnetic rotary plate 132 fixed to the shaft of the cam 104. The magnetic rotating plate has its end face divided into four poles and magnetized. The inner surface of the case 141 opposing the end surface of the magnetic rotating plate is provided with a Hall element 13.
3 is provided, and together with the magnetic rotary plate 132, an encoder for two pulses per rotation is configured. In this specific example, the rotational position in which both the levers 105 on both sides are not displaced by the cam 104 is 2 per shaft rotation of the cam 104.
There are times. This state is a state in which the notification device is least obstructive when worn on the body and has no uncomfortable feeling. For example, by setting the position of the LO of the encoder signal to a state where the lever 105 is not displaced, it is possible to always stand still or stand by in a form that does not disturb the wearing of the body. In the present embodiment, a magnetic encoder is configured, but it is of course possible to use an optical encoder or a contact system.

Further, according to the mounting unit of this embodiment, the notification device is not carried inside an external member such as the inside of a pocket of clothes, but is fixed outside the clothes or the like.
The operation of the notification device is not restricted and the operation of the notification device is not hindered, and the load on the actuator that drives the notification device can be reduced.

Further, unlike the related art, since the user is not only inserted into the pocket but also fixed to the outside of the clothes, there is no danger of the user falling down due to the user being in the forwardly inclined posture. .

Further, since the notifying device is mounted in the pocket by the mounting unit, the external appearance of the notifying device can be clearly recognized from the outside. It can be used in various ways.

In this embodiment, the clip is attached to a pocket of a user's clothes. However, the clip may be fixed to an end of a belt, a bag, or the like.

FIG. 7 shows a state in which the mounting unit 206 is mounted on the notification device main body 200 and is worn around the user's neck.

As shown in FIG. 7, when the notification device is put on the neck of the user using the mounting unit, the notification device is generally installed on the chest of the user, and the left arm,
Since a part of the outer shape contacts the user's body intermittently like the right arm, the user is notified of the incoming call through the touch of the skin, and changes in the outer shape such as the movement of the left arm and the right arm In addition, it can be visually confirmed even in direct sunlight outdoors. Therefore, in comparison with the conventional notification that only activates the movable portion or the notification that combines vibration and light, the present example can more reliably notify the incoming call.

Further, since the notification device of the present example is provided with a mounting unit that can be put on the chest of the user, it is possible to provide the notification device so as to make direct contact with the body of the user. The user's action is not restricted without blocking the user's both hands or one hand. In addition to the original function of notifying a signal, it can be used as a jewelry like a necklace, and the user can enjoy the external shape accompanying the external deformation of the notifying device.

It is also possible to notify the incoming call by adjusting the tension of the string.

Next, separately from the attachment unit to be attached to the external body such as the user's body or clothes, one or more units having different external shapes, patterns or colors are selected.
The replacement mounting unit for changing the external shape, which has a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an appendage corresponding to the portion whose outer shape is deformable, will be described.

FIGS. 8 (1) to 8 (4) show other specific examples of the notification device, and are front views of a basic unit and a mounting unit which are a main body.

FIG. 8A shows the internal mechanism 304 of the notification device shown in FIG. 2 described above. The internal mechanism 304 is incorporated in the basic unit shown in FIG. The configuration is such that a signal is notified by external deformation deformation.

The basic unit 301 is formed with left and right arm portions 302 capable of deforming the outer shape.
A drive unit such as an actuator is incorporated in the device.

FIGS. 8 (3) and 8 (4) show a specific example of the mounting unit, which is used by being mounted on a basic unit including a drive unit such as the actuator. It is used in the form of a stuffed toy, a plastic model, or the like, which is detachably attached to the notification device main body.

For example, as shown in FIG. 8 (3), the mounting unit 305 of this embodiment is formed of plastic or the like.
Main body mounting section 3 incorporating the above-described actuator and the like
05a and an arm mounting portion 305b to which the left arm 51 and the right arm 52 can be mounted.

By mounting the mounting unit 305 over the basic unit 301, a different appearance can be exhibited. When the mounting unit 305 is mounted on a user's body, clothes, a bag, or the like, it is represented by a mascot. Such decorative elements are improved, and the outer shape can be arbitrarily changed according to the user's preference.

8 (4) shows a mounting unit 306 formed in a stuffed shape using a cloth or the like.
It is. Also in this example, similarly to the mounting unit 305 of the plastic model shape, the arm mounting portion 30 that can be mounted on the main body mounting portion 306a and the left and right arm portions 302 of the basic unit.
6b are formed.

As described above, the mounting unit of this embodiment is one in which at least one is selected from at least two or more units having different outer shapes, patterns, and colors, and the mounting unit is mounted on the notification device main body. Thus, the appearance of the notification device can be changed according to the user's preference, and the pleasure of appearance can be improved.

Next, another specific example of the mounting unit is shown in FIG.
Shown in

The mounting unit of the present embodiment is selected from at least one of at least two units having different outer shapes, patterns and colors, and the mounting unit is a main unit corresponding to the notification device main body. And an auxiliary part corresponding to the part whose outer shape can be deformed are separately provided.

FIGS. 9 (1) to 9 (5) show a plurality of mounting units of this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 9A, the mounting unit according to the present embodiment is a mounting unit for changing clothes formed of a material such as plastic or cloth so that it can be mounted on the notification device 200. It is.

For example, as shown in FIG. 9A, the main body of the notification device 200 includes a hat-shaped unit 401, a muffler-shaped unit 402, and a sticker-shaped unit 40.
3 and the like are provided. In addition, a glove-shaped unit 404 is provided on the left and right arms that are deformed.

These separate mounting units are made of, for example, elastically deformable plastic or the like, and are formed on the main body of the annunciation device by a projection or a projection that matches a fitting portion or a projection formed on these mounting units. By providing the fitting portion or the like, it is detachably and stably mounted.

In addition, when the mounting unit is formed of a cloth or the like, a velcro or the like is provided on the mounting unit or the main body of the annunciating device, and the mounting unit is detachably mounted.

The glove-shaped unit 404 attached to the arm or the like whose outer shape is deformed serves as a cushioning material when the arm for notifying the incoming call hits an external individual, and softens the contact of the arm intermittently. This can help prevent noise such as contact noise.

Conversely, by attaching, for example, a bell to the glove-shaped unit 404 attached to the arm part whose outer shape is deformed, the glove-shaped unit 404 can be contacted by the outer shape deformation of the arm part.
Notification of an incoming call by sound or the like is also possible.

[0091] By arbitrarily selecting a plurality of these units shown in FIGS. 9 (2) to 9 (5) and attaching them to the main body portion or the arm portion whose outer shape is deformable, the user can enjoy a change in appearance. It can be changed to a desired external shape according to the color of the user's clothes and the like.

Further, by attaching units of different colors to the outer shape deforming portion or the like, the change in the outer shape can be emphasized, and the incoming call due to the outer shape deformation can be more reliably recognized.

As described above, according to the present invention, one of at least two or more of a plurality of mounting units having different outer shapes, patterns, or colors is selected, and corresponds to the notification device main body. The user selects the mounting unit in which the main unit and the attachment portion corresponding to the externally deformable portion exist, and selects the mounting unit.
While being able to enjoy the enjoyment of wearing, it is possible to change the appearance of the notification device by arbitrarily mounting the mounting unit.
Jewelry-like fun is added.

When the notification device of the present invention is attached to a bag or the like, the notification can be made by the sound of hitting the bag, and the tip (fist) of the arm can be changed according to the material of the bag. Yes, so there is no risk of damaging the bag or the like.

[0095]

As described above, according to the first aspect of the present invention, at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion, and an external A notification unit including an actuator control unit that controls the actuator based on a signal or an internal signal. The notification unit further includes a detachably attached mounting unit, and the mounting unit includes a notification device. The notification device includes a locking portion that is locked to a main body and an external mounting portion that is mounted on an external individual.

According to the notification device of the present invention, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape is deformed. For example, when the device is mounted on the clothes of the user, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape changes the body of the user. Intermittent contact, the user is notified of the incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external shape of the device changes, so that the user can visually confirm it visually even in direct sunlight. You can also.

Further, the notifying device of the present invention includes a detachable mounting unit that is detachably attached to the outside, and the notifying device is easily mounted on an external individual by the mounting unit.

For this reason, for example, even when the notification device is attached to a breast pocket such as clothes and the user is in a forward leaning posture, the notification device is securely stored in an arbitrary portion without dropping the notification device. It is possible.

Further, since the mounting unit can be mounted on the outside of clothes or the like, the external deformation structure of the notification device is not restricted, so that an excessive load is not applied to the movable part and an increase in energy consumption is prevented. In addition, it is possible to prevent an overcurrent that may be caused by the restriction of the outer shape deformation operation, and to prevent the actuator and the drive circuit from burning.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided an at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
A notification unit comprising: an actuator control unit that controls the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal; and a notification unit further including a detachably attached mounting unit that deforms the appearance of the notification unit. It is.

According to the notification device of the present invention, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape is deformed by the actuator control section based on the external signal or the internal signal, so that the portion near the user's body, for example,
When worn on clothes or the like, the deformable portion comes into contact with the user's body intermittently, and the user is notified of an incoming call through the touch of the skin. In addition, the change in the external shape of the present apparatus can be surely visually confirmed even under direct sunlight outdoors. In addition, when the device is mounted on a bag or the like, the user can recognize the incoming signal due to the external deformation structure.

Further, the notifying device of the present invention has an external mounting unit detachably attached to the notifying device, so that the external shape of the notifying device can be changed. Depending on the user's preference, the notification device can be provided with different aesthetics, visually enjoy the appearance of the notification device, and can be used as an accessory or a toy.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, there is provided at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
Based on an external signal or an internal signal, based on an external device or an actuator control unit that controls the actuator, is a notification device, further comprising a detachably mounted externally mounted unit, the mounting unit, Different outlines,
One of at least two or more having a pattern or a color is selected, and the mounting unit includes a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an attachment corresponding to the externally deformable portion. Is a notification device having

According to the notification device of the present invention, when the device is mounted on a user's clothes or the like due to deformation of the portion capable of deforming the outer shape, the portion capable of deforming the outer shape is changed to the body of the user. The user can be notified of an incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external deformation of the device allows the user to visually check even under direct sunlight. .

The present invention has a mounting unit including a main body corresponding to the main body of the notification device and an attachment corresponding to the deformable portion, so that the mounting unit can be arbitrarily mounted by a user. In addition, the notification device itself can be changed to a user's preferred external shape.

The user selects the mounting unit according to the user's preference.
Since the attachment / detachment is possible, not only the original function of the notification device for transmitting an incoming signal can be used, but also it can be used as an accessory or a toy.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion,
Based on an external signal or an internal signal, based on an external device or an actuator control unit that controls the actuator, is a notification device, further comprising a detachably mounted externally mounted unit, the mounting unit, Different outlines,
One is selected from at least two or more having a pattern or a color, and the mounting unit includes a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an attachment corresponding to the externally deformable portion. Is a notification device that exists separately.

According to the notification device of the present invention, when the device is mounted on a user's clothes or the like, for example, the deformable portion deforms on the user's body due to the deformation of the deformable portion. With intermittent contact, the user is notified of the incoming call through the touch of the skin, and the external deformation of the device allows the user to surely visually check even under direct sunlight outdoors.

Since the present invention has a mounting unit in which a main body corresponding to the notification device main body and an attachment corresponding to the deformable portion are separately provided, the main body or the attachment is mounted on the main body or the attachment. The mounting unit can be arbitrarily selected and mounted, and the appearance of the notification device itself can be changed.

The notifying device of the present invention can enjoy the enjoyment of selecting and mounting the mounting unit, and can change the appearance of the notifying device by arbitrarily mounting the mounting unit. Not only functions, but also fun toys are added.

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FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of a notification device.

FIG. 2 is a vertical sectional front view of the notification device.

FIG. 3 is a vertical sectional side view of the notification device.

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a mounting unit mounted on the notification device main body and the mounting unit itself according to a specific example of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a state diagram showing a state where the notification device is mounted in a pocket using the mounting unit shown in FIG. 4;

FIG. 6 is a view showing a mounting unit mounted on the notification device main body and the mounting unit itself according to another specific example of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a state diagram showing a state in which the notification device is mounted on a user using the mounting unit shown in FIG. 6;

FIG. 8 relates to a specific example of the present invention, (1) shows an internal mechanism of the notification device, (2) shows a basic unit,
(3) is a front view showing another specific example of the mounting unit, and (4) is a front view showing another specific example of the mounting unit.

FIG. 9 relates to a specific example of the present invention, and (1) shows a front view of a notification device on which a plurality of mounting units are mounted, and (2)
(5) to (5) are front views showing specific examples of a plurality of mounting units having different outer shapes, patterns, or colors.

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 REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 sound signal receiving circuit 2 transmission content code identification means 3 transmission content code detection circuit 4 transmission content determination circuit 5 transmission content code table 6 external deformation pattern determination means 7 drive pattern determination circuit 8 deformation pattern table 9 actuator drive circuit 10 actuator 11 external Shape change mechanism 20 Detection signal 21 Judgment signal 22 Drive signal 101 Motor 102 Motor shaft pulley 103 Pulley 104 Cam 105 Lever 106 Coil spring 107 Belt 111 Weight 112 Joint pin 113 Spring arm 114 Rotary shaft 121 Arm bearing 122 Cam shaft bearing 131 Actuator drive Apparatus 132 Magnetic rotating plate 133 Hall element 200 Notification device main body 201 Mounting unit 202 Holding section 203 External mounting section 204 Depression 205 Back section 206 Mounting unit 207 Mounting Part 208 Hole 209 String 300 Hook 301 Basic unit 302 Arm part 303 Body part 304 Internal mechanism 305 Mounting unit 305a Body part mounting part 305b Arm part mounting part 306 Mounting unit 306a Body part mounting part 306b Arm part mounting part 401 Hat Shape unit 402 Muffler shape unit 403 Sticker shape unit 404 Glove shape unit

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[Claims] At least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion, and an actuator control section for controlling the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal are provided. The notification device further comprises a mounting unit detachably attached to the outside, wherein the mounting unit is mounted on a locking portion locked on the notification device main body and an external individual. An alarm device comprising an external mounting unit. 2. An at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion, and an actuator control section for controlling the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal. A notifying device comprising: a notifying device further comprising a detachable externally attachable mounting unit capable of changing the appearance of the notifying device. 3. An at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a driving source for deforming the externally deformable portion, and an actuator control unit for controlling the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal. A notification unit further comprising a detachable externally attached mounting unit, wherein the mounting unit is selected from at least two or more units having different shapes, patterns or colors. The mounting unit has a main body corresponding to the main body of the notification device, and an attachment corresponding to the deformable portion. 4. An at least one externally deformable portion, an actuator as a drive source for deforming the externally deformable portion, and an actuator control unit for controlling the actuator based on an external signal or an internal signal. And a mounting unit that is detachably attached externally, wherein the mounting unit is selected from at least two units having different shapes, patterns, or colors. Wherein the mounting unit has a main body portion corresponding to the main body of the notification device and an auxiliary portion corresponding to the portion whose outer shape is deformable, which is provided separately. .